Cómo Pronunciar "cecum"

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ˈsiːkəm

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ˈsiːkəm

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Definición

The cecum is a pouch-like first part of the large intestine, located where the small intestine joins the large intestine. It helps start the process of absorbing water and salts from digested food.

Transcripción IPA

Inglés Americano

ˈsiːkəm

Inglés Británico

ˈsiːkəm

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The cecum is the beginning part of the large intestine.

Food passes into the cecum from the small intestine.

Doctors sometimes examine the cecum during a colonoscopy.

If there's a problem with your cecum, you might feel pain in your lower right belly.